Job DetailsJob Location George Washington Educational Campus - New York, NY Position Type Temporary DescriptionTitle SSC College Counselor FLSA-Classification Non-Exempt Salary Range $45,000 (Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications) Reports to Program Director; or in absence of PD, the PSP Department Director Location George Washington Educational Campus 549 Audubon Avenue New York, NY 10040 Program Student Success Center Summary East Side House, founded in 1891, is a 501(c) (3) organization that has served the South Bronx since 1963. The organization is dedicated to the community and focused on providing resources and opportunities. East Side House has identified that education is the foundation for economic improvement and through its youth education and technology programs it teaches skills to allow its students and clients to become more selfsufficient and independent. As a community resource the organization also provides services to families and a growing older adult population. In 2020 the organization began food distribution as an additional way to provide economic support to the community we serve. East Side House Settlement is a community resource in the South Bronx. We believe education is the key that enables all people to create an economic and civic opportunities for themselves, their families, and the communities. We are seeking a dynamic, hard-working and team player who shares our passion for providing exceptional services to meet the needs of children and families in the South Bronx and Northern Manhattan communities. The Student Success Center (SSC) is a youth-led college access program that works to sustain and grow college and career preparedness, planning, and applications. The SSC College Counselor will work with appointed, key DOE staff to support students in supplemental programs and services. The College Counselor will assist with collaboration amongst all schools on George Washington Educational Campus to develop a shared college process. Primary Functions Duties and Responsibilities shall include but are not limited to the following:
- Oversee and maintain student caseload, assisting and guiding them through the college process
- Provide students with post-secondary readiness support and work- readiness skills development
- Educate students and parents about colleges, the college admissions process, trends, procedures, and testing; advising students and families as they go through the process; and helping students and families aspire realistically and choose wisely.
- Meet with students, individually and in groups, to talk about the college process and individual college choices.
- Advise GW Campus students on curricular choices, as needed, and works with social services to assist non-documented students to understand US college admissions, especially aspects unique to them.
- Communicate effectively with students, peers, supervisors, and funders. Conduct 1:1 advising for all students
- Coordinate integration of 9-12 (as applicable) college and career awareness programming into the school day programming, focusing on both long-term career goals as well as post-secondary education goals to get there
- Complete college and career advising training in the past 3 years aligned to support students graduating with strong plans. Approved training options include 20+ hours of NYCPS Advising and Awareness Credential, Goddard Riverside Options Institute, NCAN e-learning modules, or Chancellor's PD days focused on advising
- Ensure at point of graduation students have a confirmed plan for postsecondary education, training, apprenticeship, public service or workforce entry in STARS
- Ensure students develop a college and career plan in a career navigation platform (i.e. Xello, Overgrad)
- Ensure enrolled students have completed a FAFSA application
- Keep parents informed through phone calls and monthly letters about test dates, local college events, and financial aid
- Keep track of admission decisions, statistics, and compile data for monthly submission to Program Director.
- Stay abreast of issues and trends in college admissions, higher education, testing, as well as keeping upto-date about specific colleges
- Recruit, sustain and oversee Youth Leaders and their progress of Student Success Center
- Engage teachers and other school staff in creating a college-going culture
- Provide individualized support for completion of applications and FAFSA forms.
- Maintain membership in professional organizations: the College Board, the National Association of College Admission Counselors, etc.
- Identify and establish linkage with ASAP, BON, EOP, HEOP SEEK, and various other programs on their college campus to support students.
- Create and facilitate 2 workshops per month that address and helps support the college process and other post high school higher learning opportunities.
- Liaise with CARA around training, supervision, and program development
- Plan, support and attend Youth Leader Summer Training and Academic Year Conferences
- Create and facilitate one workshop monthly for parents and students that address the college process and other post high school higher learning opportunities.
- Provide data collection for Graduation, College, and other post-secondary placements as an annual culminating report, using provided template.
- Liase and support the promotion and guidance of students with East Side House scholarship opportunities.
- Celebrate and recognize student accomplishments (incentive - Gift cards, Movie tickets, and Guarantee spot on upcoming incentive trips.)
- Support and assist with alternative school initiatives.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. QualificationsRequired Skills/Experience
- Bachelor's degree in education, human services, or related field.
- Minimum of two years' experience with youth at risk and/or school setting
- Prior experience with counseling and/or groups
- Ability to work with a culturally diverse population
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, presentation and leadership skills. Demonstrated initiative, creativity, flexibility and follow-through
- Excellent analytical skills
- Excellent skills in verbal and written communication, including effective platform delivery.
- Must be computer literate and capable of hands-on work in Microsoft Word / Word Perfect or similar word processing programs.
- Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
Competencies
- Teamwork Orientation
- Communication Proficiency
- Customer/Client Focus
- Time Management/Ability to meet deadlines/Arrive to work on time
- Organization of records, emails and documents
- Some Autonomy and follow through on all tasks
Expected Work Schedule Workday/hours subject to change. Remote Work ESH has determined that up to 0% of this position can be remote due to COVID-19. Subject to change as public health conditions evolve. Required Clearances
- This position requires joint approval with DOE partner school staff
- Department of Health Fingerprint Clearance
- Department of Health Medical Clearance
- Department of Education Fingerprint Clearance
- State Central Registry (SCR) Clearance ($25.00 fee)
- Staff Exclusion List (SEL) Clearance
- COVID Vaccine As a recipient of Federal, State, and local funds, all staff are expected to be fully vaccinated or able to obtain vaccination before their start date.
Required Trainings As required by East Side House, CARA and Department of Education. Supervisory Responsibility Supervision of 12 student Youth Leaders. Work Environment Business casual. This job operates in a professional school environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Travel Minimal travel is expected for this position. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. We are an Equal Opportunity EmployerAAP/EEO Statement ESH encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.